In response to US actions, Russia has criticized the imposition of sanctions and tariffs, labeling them a “neocolonial agenda” driven by Washington’s inability to accept a multipolar world. Maria Zakharova, a Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman, stated that these measures constitute “politically motivated economic pressure” against nations pursuing an independent path. Russia asserts that these actions contravene free trade principles and are supported by BRICS nations, vowing to deepen cooperation to resist these sanctions. The Russian response followed Donald Trump’s threat to raise tariffs on India, accusing them of selling Russian oil for profit and supporting the war in Ukraine.
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Trump promised to drain the swamp. Now the Epstein filth swim free. It’s pretty wild to think back to the 2016 campaign, isn’t it? One of the biggest rallying cries was the promise to “drain the swamp.” It resonated with a lot of people, this idea that Washington was filled with corruption and self-serving elites. It was a powerful message, a promise of change. But then, things took a turn that a lot of us, at least those with a sense of history and what to expect from populists, saw coming.
The irony is almost too much to bear. The very person who pledged to clean up the swamp seems to have become deeply entangled in its murkiness.… Continue reading
Donald Zieben-Hood, a male model, was arraigned on burglary, criminal contempt, and weapons possession charges after his husband, Jacob Zieben-Hood, was found dead in their Harlem apartment. Jacob was discovered with multiple stab wounds, and Donald, who had a protection order against him, was present at the scene. The protection order had been in place since late last year due to a history of domestic violence. Officials are investigating the case as a homicide, and Donald has a history of alleged domestic abuse dating back to 2022, including previous charges of menacing, criminal contempt, and strangulation.
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A new searchable database has made public thousands of previously secret files on alleged police misconduct in California. The Police Records Access Project, developed by journalists, activists, and data scientists, includes documents from over 400 agencies, detailing nearly 12,000 cases of alleged misconduct. The database allows public access for research, investigation, and accountability, providing insights into how California police have handled such cases. The project, which originated in 2018, involved years of methodical document gathering and was supported by various organizations and funding sources.
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Brazil’s Bolsonaro arrested, adding to tensions with Trump, and it’s hard to ignore the reverberations of this event. It’s fascinating, and frankly a little alarming, to see the reaction it’s sparking. We’ve got former President Bolsonaro, now facing legal troubles, and then there’s the ex-president in the U.S., Donald Trump, whose immediate response, or rather, his predictable outrage, is what really gets tongues wagging. It feels like a classic case of “birds of a feather,” doesn’t it?
It’s clear that Trump isn’t just casually observing; he seems genuinely upset when figures accused of corruption are held accountable. Why would this be?… Continue reading
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A recent national poll revealed a significant portion of voters believe President Trump was involved in Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes, with 46% of respondents answering yes. This belief is strongly divided along party lines, with a large majority of Democrats holding this view, while independents were in the middle and Republicans largely disagreed. The same poll also found that a majority of voters, regardless of party affiliation, believe the Trump administration is covering up evidence related to the Epstein case. Concurrently, the poll and others indicate a continuing trend of declining approval ratings for President Trump, reflecting a broader pattern across various polling organizations.
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Al Fashir, the capital of North Darfur, is under siege by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to dire conditions for its 900,000 residents. The RSF has blocked food and fuel, creating a humanitarian crisis. The city is a militarized zone, with residents facing shelling and a lack of essential supplies. The collapse of the Zamzam camp and the prevention of aid convoys have exacerbated the situation, leading to widespread hunger and a high risk of famine.
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Texas House Speaker Dustin Burrows, a Republican, has announced the issuing of civil arrest warrants for Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to prevent the redrawing of congressional districts. The House voted to approve the warrants, which Burrows signed, and Governor Greg Abbott ordered an investigation into the Democrats, alleging potential bribery. Democrats left the state to stall the redistricting effort, which aims to benefit Republicans in the 2026 midterms, and they face consequences for obstructing the legislature’s work. The standoff has escalated into a national dispute over congressional maps, with Democrats vowing retaliation, and a fight over presidential power.
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On August 4, the price of Ai-95 gasoline reached a record high on the St. Petersburg International Mercantile Exchange, exceeding 77,000 rubles per ton. This price surge is attributed to recent Ukrainian drone attacks targeting Russian oil refineries, particularly the one in Ryazan Oblast. These attacks have damaged facilities, potentially impacting the processing of 40,000 tons of crude oil per day and requiring extensive repairs. This price increase occurs shortly after Russia implemented a gasoline export ban to stabilize the domestic market, with prior bans implemented to address fuel shortages and high prices.
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